Famous people and celebrities who died on June 25

Welcome to Takemeback.to's page dedicated to remembering the celebrities and famous people who passed away on June 25. On this day, we honor the lives and legacies of notable figures from various fields who left an indelible mark on the world. Explore our list to learn about their remarkable contributions and celebrate their enduring impact.

• 1876 George Custer

  Famous for his role in the American Indian Wars and Battle of the Little Bighorn.

• 1906 Stanford White

  American architect, best known for designing the original madison square garden.

• 1912 Lawrence Alma-Tadema

  Lawrence Alma-Tadema was a Dutch painter known for his classical subjects and meticulous attention to detail.

• 1916 Thomas Eakins

  Thomas Eakins was an American realist painter, photographer, and sculptor who is widely regarded as one of the most important artists in...

• 1937 Colin Clive

  Colin Clive was an English stage and screen actor best known for his iconic portrayal of Dr. Henry Frankenstein in the classic horror films 'Frankenstein' (1931) and 'Bride of Frankenstein' (1935). [bio]

• 1959 Charles Starkweather

  Infamous American serial killer who, at age 18, went on a murder-robbery spree with his 13-year-old girlfriend Caril Ann Fugate through...

• 1968 Tony Hancock

  Tony Hancock was a prominent English comedian and actor, best known for his pioneering radio and television work in the mid-20th century. He is celebrated for his influential series 'Hancock's Half Hour,' which contributed significantly to the evolution of British comedy. [bio]

• 1971 John Boyd Orr

  1st baron boyd-orr, scottish physician, biologist, and politician, nobel prize laureate (b. 1880).

• 1971 John Boyd Orr, Baron Boyd-Orr of Brechin Mearn

  Prize laureate for his lifelong effort to conquer hunger and want, thereby helping to remove a major cause of military conflict and war.

• 1976 Johnny Mercer

  Legendary American lyricist, songwriter, and co-founder of Capitol Records who wrote numerous popular songs during the Golden Age of...

• 1979 Philippe Halsman

  A pioneering portrait photographer who revolutionized visual art through innovative techniques and memorable collaborations with artists...

• 1983 Alberto Ginastera

  Renowned Argentine classical composer known for his innovative works in contemporary classical music, blending traditional Argentine folk...

• 1984 Michel Foucault

  Michel Foucault was a French philosopher, historian of ideas, social theorist, and literary critic. He is best known for his critical studies of various social institutions, such as psychiatry, medicine, the prison system, and for his profound analyses on the relationships between power and knowledge. Foucault's work has had a significant influence across the humanities and social sciences, particularly through … [bio]

• 1988 Hillel Slovak

  Original guitarist of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, known for his significant influence on the band's early sound before his tragic death from...

• 1990 Ronald Gene Simmons

  Notorious American mass murderer who killed 16 people, including his own family members, in Arkansas in 1987 before being executed in 1990.

• 1992 Jerome Brown

  Professional NFL linebacker who played for the Philadelphia Eagles and tragically died in a car accident at a young age.

• 1994 Robert Millar

  Legendary Scottish professional road racing cyclist who made history by winning the King of the Mountains classification at the 1984 Tour de...

• 1995 Warren E. Burger

  Warren E. Burger served as the 15th Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1969 to 1986, playing a significant role in...

• 1995 Ernest Walton

  Irish physicist and academic, nobel prize laureate (b. 1903).

• 1995 Ernest Thomas Sinton Walton

  Prize laureate for their pioneer work on the transmutation of atomic nuclei by artificially accelerated atomic particles.

• 1996 Arthur Snelling

  British diplomat who served as ambassador to South Africa during the mid-20th century, contributing to diplomatic relations during a complex...

• 1997 Jacques Cousteau

  Jacques Cousteau was a renowned French naval officer, explorer, conservationist, filmmaker, innovator, scientist, photographer, author, and researcher who studied the sea and all forms of life in water. He co-developed the Aqua-Lung, pioneered marine conservation efforts, and brought underwater exploration to popular audiences through documentaries like 'The Silent World.' [bio]

• 2003 Lester Maddox

  Controversial segregationist politician who served as the 75th Governor of Georgia from 1967 to 1971, known for his staunch opposition to...

• 2009 Michael Jackson

  Michael Jackson was an American singer, songwriter, and dancer, dubbed the 'King of Pop.' He gained fame as a child as part of the Jackson 5 before achieving global superstardom with a solo career marked by groundbreaking music, record-shattering albums like 'Thriller,' and iconic performances. Renowned for his innovative contributions to music, fashion, and dance, Jackson remains one of the … [bio]

• 2009 Farrah Fawcett

  Iconic American actress and model who rose to international fame through the television series Charlie's Angels, becoming a major pop...

• 2009 Blanket Jackson

  Third child of Michael Jackson, born via surrogate and later renamed Bigi Jackson.

• 2014 Ana María Matute

  Prominent Spanish novelist and academic, considered one of the most important Spanish writers of the 20th century, known for her profound...

• 2015 Ralph Roberts

  Founder of Comcast Corporation, a pioneering media and telecommunications company that transformed the cable television and internet...

• 2015 Patrick Macnee

  Iconic British-American actor best known for his sophisticated role as John Steed in the groundbreaking spy series 'The Avengers', which...